Skip the generic candy and treats from the big stores this year and gift the sweet tooth on your shopping list something made right here in North Carolina. Got to Be NC members are bringing Christmas cheer to hearts and homes with festive confections and holiday flavors that may only come around once a year.
Whether you’re building holiday gift baskets, stuffing stockings or just looking for a special treat to share at your holiday gatherings, this curated lineup of North Carolina-made sweets has something for everyone.
Let’s Explore Our Sweet Carolina Gift Guide:
Butterfields Candy Company makes artisanal candy the same way it was done back in 1924. The company proudly manufactures and packages all their products in the United States. Their candy is dairy-free, gluten-free and made with pure cane sugar.
Handcrafted toffee coated in rich chocolate and dusted with pecans. This award-winning treat is always a crowd favorite. You can pair it with coffee, hot cocoa or simply enjoy it straight from the box.
Cosmic Nut Butters crafts small-batch peanut butters made with quality ingredients and creative flavor combinations. Known for their smooth texture and bold, imaginative blends, they turn an everyday staple into something delicious.
Sweater Box Confections creates cookies and treats using family-inspired recipes and high-quality ingredients. With their homemade feel and memory-filled flavors, their baked goods bring a touch of comfort to any occasion.
Poppy Handcrafted Popcorn makes gourmet popcorn with clean ingredients and creative flavors. Based in Asheville, they’re known for their fun seasonal mixes, ingredients and cheerful packaging.
Boston Fruit Slices has been making classic, jelly-style fruit slices for generations. With bright colors, a soft chew and authentic fruit flavor, these old-fashioned candies offer nostalgic sweetness for all ages.
Big Spoon Roasters crafts nut butters and snack bars using clean ingredients and globally inspired flavors. They’re known for their focus on quality, clean-label snacks and they’re the Grand Champion in the 2025 NC Specialty Foods ‘Best in Taste’ Awards Competition for their Carrot Cake Almond & Walnut Butter!
Irene’s produces handmade peanut brittle in small batches, highlighting simple ingredients and traditional Southern recipes with the flavor of North Carolina–grown nuts.
French Broad Chocolates
French Broad Chocolate is an Asheville-based chocolate maker known for ethically sourced cacao, handmade techniques and rich, flavor-forward chocolate creations.
Brasstown Chocolate
Brasstown Chocolate is an artisan chocolate company dedicated to high-quality, bean-to-bar chocolate with notable flavor profiles and thoughtful ingredient sourcing.
Dewey’s Bakery
Dewey’s Bakery is a well-loved North Carolina bakery known for their light, flavorful cookies, cakes and snacks inspired by decades of traditions and Southern baking heritage.
Queen City Crunch
Queen City Crunch is a Charlotte-based snack company making small-batch seasoned pretzels with bold, crave-worthy flavors. They’re known for simple ingredients, great crunch and handcrafted quality.
From nostalgic candies to gourmet chocolates and everything in between, this lineup of North Carolina-made sweets is the perfect way to share the flavors of home this season. These local, tasty finds make it easy to enjoy a Sweet Carolina Christmas.